Crane Operators for hire in Birmingham, AL
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills11%Heavy Lifting9%Organizational Skills9%Education level
High school diploma or GED82%Associate's degree16%Vocational or technical training2%Years of experience
1-2 years8%3-5 years16%6-10 years20%Current company
BLOX LLCChatham Steel CorporationAisin ManufacturingTime at current job
Less than 1 year7%1-2 years22%2-5 years56%
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Last updated: Jul 22, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Birmingham, AL: $66,787 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $53,898 – $82,758 yearly
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Distribution Maintenance Worker
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical ExaminationCDLDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseCDL CAir Brake EndorsementSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceConstruction ExperienceLandscape MaintenanceSkid steer operator
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDLFirst Aid CertificationOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseSkills
Heavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLowboyCommunication SkillsHeavy Equipment OperationShipping/Receiving Clerk/ Crane operator
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
AEDOverhead Crane CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRForklift CertificationSkills
LeadershipCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportLift TruckForkliftHi-LoPress Operator
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
OSHA Safety CertificationServsafeCrane CertificationElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationSafety Training UndergoneSkills
Shop MathMonitoring DimensionsDimensional InspectionInterpreting Technical DrawingsFollowing Blueprint SpecificationsBlueprint ReadingOverhead Crane Operator/Material handler
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Overhead Crane CertificationDriver's LicenseWarehouse OperationsCrane CertificationElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsLift TruckForkliftHi-LoWarehouse ExperienceHeavy Equipment Operator
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Plumbing LicenseConfined Space CertificationEPA Type IIPMPWastewater CertificationCertified Pool OperatorSkills
Mechanic ExperienceFront Loader TruckHeavy LiftingAssistant Manager ExperienceCommunication SkillsRear Loader Truck
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What's the average time to fill a crane operator role?
The average time to fill a crane operator role is 66 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do crane operators tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a crane operator include: communication skills, heavy lifting and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a crane operator?
Common licenses or certifications for crane operators include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and Crane Certification.
What are some job titles related to crane operators?
According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to crane operators include: shipping/receiving clerk/ crane operator, forklift operator/line operator and distribution maintenance worker.
What level of education is common for a crane operator?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a crane operator in Birmingham, AL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 15 years of professional experience.
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